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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991 09024 HPB Meeting Minutes RegularAGENDA REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1991 AT 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGERIS CONFERENCE ROOM I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: May 28, 1991 II. COUNTRY CLUB DISTRICT INFORMATION BROCHURE: III. PERMITS FOR MODIFICATIONS: - Cahill School - Grange Hall IV. OTHER BUSINESS: - Development of a Permit Application for Modifications to Heritage Preservation District Properties V. NEXT MEETING DATE: October 22, 1991 VI. ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EDINA HERITAGE PRESERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 241 1991, AT 7:30 P.M. EDINA CITY HALL MANAGERIS CONFERENCE ROOM MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman, Gary Nyberg, Marilyn Curtis, David Gepner, Herman Ratelle, and Donald Wray MEMBERS ABSENT: Cy Stuppy, and Lois Wilder I. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the minutes from the May 28, 1991, meeting. Marilyn Curtis seconded the motion. All voted aye; the motion carried. II. COUNTRY CLUB DISTRICT INFORMATION BROCHURE: Board members reviewed the printing samples submitted by AdVantage Printing; all agreed that the quality was excellent. Chairman Nyberg stated that the price quotes for the printing range from $1,470 for 500 copies; $1,525 for 1,000 copies; and $1,630 for 2000 copies. When considering the costs of the brochure and the question of where the money would come from, the idea of a corporate sponsor was considered as a possible alternative. Chairman Nyberg explained that he met with Brian Duoos, Manager of the 50th and France Office of Edina Realty regarding the possibility of Edina Realty underwriting the cost of producing the brochure. Mr. Duoos was very enthusiastic about sponsoring the brochure. Dvoos stated that Edina Realty. would like some space on the bottom of the last page where it could state "This brochure has been brought to you by the courtesy of:.....," then list the names of about 12 realtors who would be contributing to the costs. Chairman Nyberg pointed out that Mr. Duoos had approached Edina Realty's printing company about the costs for printing the brochure, and was told that they couldn't touch the prices quoted by AdVantage. The question was raised as to the number of copies to be printed. Chairman Nyberg explained that the City would need 1000 copies, 550 for the Country Club residents and 450 for city hall to be available in the Assessing, Building and Planning departments. Edina Realty would like at least 2000 copies; thus we would have 3000 copies printed. The Board members were very pleased with Edina Realty's 1 positive response to the sponsorship idea. Herman Ratelle moved that the Board approve Edina Realty sponsoring the brochure as well as adding the names of the participating agents to the back of the brochure. David Gepner seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. III. PERMITS FOR MODIFICATION: Cahill School/Grange Hall Ms. Repya advised the Board that both the Grange Hall and Cahill school are in need of repainting, and the City's Park Department is requesting a permit to complete the work. Due to budget constraints, only one building can be painted this fall with the other to be painted in the fall of 1992. The Park Department has determined that of the two buildings, the Grange Hall can wait another year, but Cahill School should receive more immediate attention. Ms. Repya explained that the low bid has been received from Roger's Painting Service. They are the firm who painted the buildings last, in 1986. The Park Department was pleased with their performance and felt it was important to stay with a company that is familiar with the historic sensitivity of each building. Bob Kojetin, Park Director was reminded that the subject company used a sandblasting technique when preparing the Grange Hall for painting the last time. (Sandblasting is not a recommended procedure to use on historic structures.) Mr. Kojetin acknowledged that sandblasting did occur on the Grange Hall in lieu of replacing the siding. Mr. Kojetin has stated that sandblasting will not be used in the future. In closing, Ms. Repya stated that staff recommends approval of the Park Department's request for permits to paint the Grange Hall and Cahill School. Chairman Nyberg asked why the Board is considering the permit request after the bids have been let. Ms. Repya explained that because there are no specific forms or procedures to follow for acquiring a renovation permit for an historic building, the Board might hear of the change later in the process or perhaps not at all. 1 Ms. Repya added that the next item on the agenda, "Development of a Permit Application" will address that problem. Following a brief discussion, Herman Ratelle moved for approval of the permits to repaint the Grange Hall and Cahill School. Donald Wray seconded the motion. All voted aye; motion carried. IV. OTHER BUSINESS: 2 A. Development of a Permit Application for Modifications to Heritage Preservation District Properties Ms. Repya advised the Board that currently there is no formal means by which the City is advised of pending modifications to Heritage Preservation zoned properties. At the same time, the Ordinance requires the Board to issue a permit for any remodeling, repairing, or altering that will change in any manner the exterior appearance or interior appearance of a building. As an example, Ms. Repya pointed out that the Peterson House, 5323 Interlachen Boulevard has been painted over the summer. The color was changed from grey with white trilp to a different shade of grey with maroon inset at the peak and white trim. By Ordinance requirements, the plans for repainting the house should have been reviewed and approved by the Heritage Preservation Board with the issuance of a permit. Ms. Repya added that if the Board were to design a permit application form, we could then invite the owners of three privately owned HPD properties to a meeting where we'd explain the permitting procedures, answer any questions they may have and in doing so, establish a rapport with them. Following a brief discussion, Board members agreed that the issue of renovations to HPD zoned properties and the related procedures were vague and should be reviewed. Chairman Nyberg asked Ms. Repya if for the next meeting she could pull together the relevant portions of the ordinances dealing with permits for renovation and the related requirements. No formal action was taken. B. Certified Local Government Program Ms. Repya explained that while investigating possible means of financing the Country Club brochure she had a discussion with Britta Bloomberg, Acting Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer. Ms. Bloomberg pointed out that the Certified Local Government Grant Program is set up to help cities finance projects dealing with education and historic preservation projects. Currently, the City of Edina has not been certified as a participating City, however, if we chose to pursue becoming certified, the MN Historical Society would assist us in the process. Chairman Nyberg recalled that the Board had begun the CLG certification process back in 1985, however, it was never completed. Following a brief discussion, the Board agreed that they would like to check into becoming a certified local government. Ms. Repya 3 agreed to contact the Minnesota Historical Society about receiving an application form as well as any literature available on the program. No formal action was taken. C. Edina Mill Excavation Marilyn Curtis advised the Board that a considerable amount of excavation work has been taking place at the Edina Mill site. She explained that water lines are being laid to divert the water across the street. Ms. Repya stated that she had spoken with Fran Hoffman, the City Engineer who explained that last winter his department noticed water bubbling up and not freezing in the creek near the Browndale Bridge. Upon investigation it became apparent that the water main was leaking and would have to be replaced. Ms. Curtis explained that as she understands the situation, in the process of excavating, may old bottles and artifacts have been uncovered. Ms. Repya stated that she was aware that some bottles had been uncovered, but has not been advised of the status of the find. She added that the Edina Historical Society had been told about the find and to the best of her knowledge, they followed up on it. Board members discussed whether or not the Edina Mill was on the National Register of Historic Places or one of the HPD zoned properties. Ms. Repya stated that the Mill site is neither on the National Register nor an HPD zoned property, however, the Heritage Preservation Board did participate in the Mill excavation project. Chairman Nyberg stated that he understands the City's predicament in needing to make repairs to the water main system in 4-1*,- -4,j l a of 4-1- ..lo l l }per iJf�css�•sc�v. w4..�. t+,, ..+.. way- 3'Sat� .. .. r good point, this is an historically sensitive area. Chairman Nyberg added that perhaps the Board would want to pursue the HPD rezoning and/or National Register Designation of the Mill site in the future. Ms. Repya agreed to further investigate the items that were unearthed during the water main repairs, no formal action was taken. D. Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Board Tours David Gepner reported that he enjoyed participating in an historic tour of Nicollet Island sponsored by the Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Board. He found the tour very interesting and would encourage fellow board members to participate in future tours as they are both educational and a wonderful way to support the preservation movement. 4 ■ IV. NEXT MEETING DATE: V. October 22, 1991 7:00 P.M. (Please note time change). The meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M. Z4 ce Repya 5